Taekwondo (Poomse)

Title: Taekwondo (Poomse)

Author: World Taekwondo Federation (Compiled and Published)

Publisher: World Taekwondo Federation

Edition & Year: 1975 Edition

Pages: 295

Format & Size: Hardcover, 6 in x 8 in

Taekwondo (Poomse), published by the World Taekwondo Federation in 1975, stands as one of the most authoritative early manuals on the structured practice of Taekwondo forms. This hardcover edition (295 pages, 6 in x 8 in) documents the standardized Poomse—a set of codified patterns of movement that combine offensive and defensive techniques while reflecting the discipline, philosophy, and cultural heritage of Korean martial arts.

Created under the guidance of the World Taekwondo Federation (WTF), the book offers precise explanations and illustrations of official forms, making it a practical training guide for students and an essential reference for instructors. Beyond technique, it highlights Taekwondo’s deep cultural and philosophical roots, connecting the art of self-defense with the principles of balance, respect, and inner strength.

As an early official publication by the governing body of Taekwondo, this volume is not only a valuable instructional resource but also a rare collectible for martial arts enthusiasts, researchers of Asian combat traditions, and collectors of vintage sports literature.

Whether used for training, study, or preservation, Taekwondo (Poomse) remains a cornerstone reference in the global spread and standardization of Taekwondo practice.

• Published by the World Taekwondo Federation, 1975 Edition

• 295-page hardcover manual

• Compact size: 6 in x 8 in

• Comprehensive coverage of official Taekwondo Poomse (forms)

• Combines technical instruction with cultural and philosophical insights

• A rare collectible for martial arts historians and practitioners